TO OUR CREDIT
A Two-Part Series for PBS on microcredit and
microenterprise development

TO OUR CREDIT explores an exciting new strategy
to combat poverty: microcredit, known in America as microenterprise
development. It is the practice of extending small loans and other support to
low-income people to help them create their own employment.

Microcredit is a dramatic departure from traditional charity or welfare programs: money is
loaned, not given; repayment is required; interest is charged. In a world where capital is
king, the effect can be remarkable.

Part Two: Bootstrap Banking in America profiles
microenterprise development in New England, Arkansas, South Dakota and Chicago. 300 U.S.
organizations now provide loans and training to microbusinesses.

To Our Credit is produced by Rooy Media LLC.
This company creates videotapes and other materials to promote understanding of the relationship
between access to credit and equal opportunity